Jewish communities and the potential merits of a British Jewish History Month 22nd January 2024 The House has held a Backbench Business Debate to call for a British Jewish History Month. British Jews hold an important place in contemporary Britain, and I... Articles
Westminster Hall debate on new dementia treatments 19th January 2024 Dementia is a cruel and indiscriminate disease. Unfortunately, last week I was unable to attend the debate on new dementia treatments, however I would like to... Articles
Reviewing 2023 19th January 2024 As we begin a new year, full of fresh challenges I have taken some time to reflect on the high points of the last year. To say that 2023 was filled with many... Articles
GP ACCESS IN HARTLEPOOL - AN UPDATE FOR RESIDENTS 13th March 2023 Health services are something which we all rely on – perhaps not day-to-day for many of us, but I’m sure you would all agree that the peace of mind provided by... Articles
Setting the record straight - Council tax 30th January 2023 Since being elected in 2021, I have been actively investigating alternatives to our broken system of Council tax. Council tax in Hartlepool is simply too high –... Articles
Highlighting the support for those with suicidal ideology 4th August 2022 I met recently with Sara, an inspirational lady who sadly lost her son Adam to suicide three years ago. Sara is working tirelessly to raise awareness about the... Articles
Firm’s expansion would bring high-skilled jobs to our town 4th August 2022 Last week I had a number of really great visits in Hartlepool. Those of you who read my column regularly will know how passionate I am about local businesses... Articles
Community spirit; a landmark Bill; debating assisted dying and celebrating Hartlepool Heroes - all in a week's work 4th August 2022 It was lovely to meet the staff and residents of Sheraton Court last week during their fun day – a real show of community spirit all round, and I’m sure a great... Articles